Kathech - Kasauli, Solan
Kathech is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kot Beja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathech village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathech is 021479. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.92 hectares and falls under the 173233 pincode. Kasauli is the nearest town.
Kathech village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathech
As per Census 2011, Kathech village has a total population of 100 people, consisting of 49 males and 51 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 20 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathech are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 4 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kathech
Kathech is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kathech
Kathech is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kathech is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathech
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathech village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathech
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathech village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathech
Where is Kathech located?
Kathech village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathech?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathech is Kot Beja.
What is the pincode of Kathech?
The pincode of Kathech is 173233.
What is the population of Kathech?
Kathech has a total population of 100, including 49 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Kathech?
There are 16 households in Kathech.
What is the literacy rate in Kathech?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathech is 80.00%. Male literacy is 91.84% and female literacy is 68.63%.